FICTION

Kyle Goes Alone

by Jan THORNHILL
illus. by Ashley Barron. 32p. Owlkids. 2015. Tr $17.95. ISBN 9781771470759.
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PreS-K—Kyle, a three-toed sloth, only has "to go" once a week, and that time is now. Kyle's mom decides that he is ready to leave the canopy of the big tree by himself for the first time. And while Kyle stops often, afraid he to be alone, each time he meets a new friend and is encouraged on his way. Once he is ready to head back up the tall tree, his proud mom is there to carry him. Young listeners will relate to Kyle's growing independence, and they will also meet several rainforest animals that all share a tree. The lush and gorgeous cut-paper collages introduce Kyle as well as a red-spectacled parrot, a green and yellow whip snake, a tiger-legged monkey tree frog, and leaf cutting ants. Simple notes on sloth behavior and camouflage are included at the end.
VERDICT A nice choice to introduce young listeners to the rainforest and celebrate independence.
Reviewed by Laura Stanfield, Campbell County Public Library, Ft. Thomas, KY
Young Kyle, a three-toed sloth, leaves his mother for the first time to travel from the rainforest canopy to its floor. Why? His weekly trip to relieve his bladder and bowels. He's nervous, but, encouraged by other rainforest creatures, he succeeds. Colorful collages, some vertical, first hide then reveal his helpful neighbors including a parrot and whipsnake. Factual information is appended.
 , Oct 01, 2015

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